

Romero
In defense of the poor in El Salvador, he fought with the only weapon he had... the truth.
Drama
History
Overview
Romero is a compelling and deeply moving look at the life of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador, who made the ultimate sacrifice in a passionate stand against social injustice and oppression in his county. This film chronicles the transformation of Romero from an apolitical, complacent priest to a committed leader of the Salvadoran people.
Status:
Released
Release Date:
1989-08-25
Runtime:
1h 45m
Director:
John Duigan
Writer:
John Sacret Young
Top Cast

Raúl Juliá
Archbishop Oscar Romero

Richard Jordan
Father Rutilio Grande

Ana Alicia
Arista Zelada

Eddie Velez
Lt. Columa

Alejandro Bracho
Father Alfonzo Osuna

Tony Plana
Father Manuel Morantes

Harold Gould
Francisco Galedo

Lucy Reina
Lucia

Al Ruscio
Bishop Estrada

Tony Perez
Father Rafael Villez

Robert Viharo
Col. Ernesto Dorio

Harold Cannon
Gen. Humberto
Recommendations